Innovative Research Award
Mohd. Sayeed Akhtar
Gandhi Faiz-e-Aam College
Mohd. Sayeed Akhtar is presented in this academic recognition profile as a researcher associated with the Department of Botany at Gandhi Faiz-e-Aam College, Shahjahanpur, India. His stated research subject area is Plant Pathology and Disease Management, a field concerned with understanding plant diseases, their biological causes, epidemiology, diagnosis, prevention, and management. The supplied bibliometric information identifies 168 documents, 5,480 citations, and an h-index of 35 in the referenced Scopus author record. [1]
Abstract
Mohd. Sayeed Akhtar is identified with botanical research at Gandhi Faiz-e-Aam College, Shahjahanpur, India, with a stated specialization in Plant Pathology and Disease Management. The supplied Scopus profile records 168 documents, 5,480 citations, and an h-index of 35, indicating an established body of indexed scholarly work and measurable citation activity. His research profile is relevant to agricultural science because plant pathology addresses diseases that influence crop health, productivity, quality, and sustainable production. This article summarizes the supplied academic indicators, research orientation, publication profile, impact considerations, and suitability for consideration within the Agri Scientist Awards framework. [1]
Keywords
Mohd. Sayeed Akhtar, plant pathology, disease management, botany, agricultural science, crop health, plant diseases, phytopathology, sustainable agriculture, agricultural research, botanical research, disease diagnosis, disease control, crop protection, research impact.
Introduction
Plant pathology is an important component of agricultural research because diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, viruses, nematodes, and other biological or environmental factors can reduce crop performance and threaten food production. Research in disease management contributes to improved diagnosis, prevention, integrated management, and sustainable crop protection. The discipline also connects botanical knowledge with practical agricultural challenges. [2]
Research Profile
Mohd. Sayeed Akhtar is affiliated with the Department of Botany, Gandhi Faiz-e-Aam College, Shahjahanpur, India. The stated subject area, Plant Pathology and Disease Management, encompasses research concerned with the occurrence, identification, biology, epidemiology, and control of diseases affecting plants. Such research is closely connected with agricultural science because effective disease management supports crop health and can contribute to reducing production losses.
Research Contributions
Research in plant pathology and disease management can contribute to agriculture by improving knowledge of disease-causing organisms, host–pathogen interactions, disease development, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies. In an agricultural setting, these areas are important for maintaining crop health and productivity. The supplied subject classification therefore provides a clear disciplinary connection between Akhtar’s stated research profile and agricultural research. [2]
Publications
The supplied Scopus information attributes 168 documents to the identified author profile. This document count represents indexed scholarly output associated with Scopus Author ID 7202578200 and should be distinguished from a complete publication bibliography, which may include works outside Scopus or records requiring author-level verification. [1]
Research Impact
The supplied citation count of 5,480 and h-index of 35 indicate substantial citation activity within the stated Scopus author record. Citation indicators can assist in evaluating scholarly visibility, but they do not independently establish research quality, originality, societal benefit, or agricultural application. A balanced assessment should therefore combine bibliometric evidence with verified research outputs and documented contributions. [1]
Award Suitability
Based on the supplied affiliation, subject area, publication indicators, and stated specialization, Mohd. Sayeed Akhtar appears academically aligned with an agricultural research recognition category focused on plant health, crop protection, or plant pathology. The stated research area has a direct scientific relationship with agriculture through disease diagnosis, disease management, and protection of cultivated plants.
Conclusion
Mohd. Sayeed Akhtar’s supplied academic profile identifies a research orientation in Plant Pathology and Disease Management within a Department of Botany. The stated Scopus indicators of 168 documents, 5,480 citations, and an h-index of 35 provide measurable evidence of indexed scholarly activity. His subject area is directly relevant to agricultural research because plant disease management is an important component of crop protection and sustainable production. [1]
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References
- Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Mohd. Sayeed Akhtar, Author ID 7202578200. Scopus.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=7202578200
- Antimicrobial Properties of Plant Essential Oils against Human Pathogens and Their Mode of Action: An Updated Review.
https://doi.org/10.1155/2016/3012462
- Agri Scientist Awards. (2026). Official Award Website.
https://agriscientist.org/
- ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record: Mohd. Sayeed Akhtar, ORCID 0000-0003-0251-8279.
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0251-8279
- AMF-mediated mitigation of Cd-induced toxicity in Cicer arietinum and their influence on growth, photosynthesis efficiency, cell viability, antioxidants and yield attributes.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sajb.2023.11.023